Orcia Valley
Italy · Tuscany · 491 m
Description
The Orcia Valley (Val d’Orcia) is an iconic cultural landscape in southern Tuscany and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The region is known for its rolling hills, cypress-lined roads, vineyards and olive groves, as well as historic towns such as Pienza, Montalcino and San Quirico d’Orcia. The Via Francigena, the long-standing winemaking tradition surrounding Brunello di Montalcino and the thermal springs of Bagno Vignoni shape this centuries-old cultural landscape. The Val d’Orcia combines exceptional natural beauty with agriculture, Renaissance history and a timeless, tranquil way of life, making it an enduring symbol of classic Tuscany.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 2 to 5 days (optimal 3 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: May – June
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Highlights
- Val d'Orcia Renaissance Landscape (UNESCO)
- Cypress-Lined Hills & Scenic Roads
- Pienza (Ideal Renaissance Town) (UNESCO)
- Montalcino & Brunello di Montalcino
- San Quirico d'Orcia & Horti Leonini
- Bagno Vignoni & Piazza delle Sorgenti
- Chapel of Madonna di Vitaleta
- Abbey of Sant'Antimo
- Via Francigena through Val d'Orcia
- Bagni San Filippo & Natural Thermal Springs
- Radicofani & Rocca di Radicofani
- Castiglione d'Orcia & Rocca d'Orcia
- Monticchiello & Tuscan Hill Views
- Brunello & Orcia DOC Wine Tastings
- Pecorino di Pienza, Pici & Tuscan Cuisine
- Montepulciano & Vino Nobile(Day trip)
- Crete Senesi Scenic Drive(Day trip)